Alicia writes books about grief support. Collections of what to do and say when you don't know where to start. Full of beautiful ways to honor someone's memory or reach out to someone who is suffering a loss. Available in bookstores everywhere, or online at Amazon.com.

Friday, March 12, 2010

And a Good Friday to you too!

Today was, you might say, not bad. Not bad at all.

I got a "please call me" email from Mr. T, AND another email from an agent I recently queried.

Mr. T wanted to talk about my social networking progress and let me know the book is still on the table, so to speak. The agent requested my proposal.

You might think I'd be meeting friends for a martini right about now, but no. Instead, I'm spending some time writing. I only stopped to bring you up to date. Honest! There's not even a drop of vermouth in the house.

Out now!

What made you write this book?

When my parents died, I quickly learned what was helpful (friends who listened and were patient), and what wasn't (people who told me how I felt, preached their beliefs, or avoided the subject completely). It made we wonder about the experiences of others. I interviewed hundreds of people about their losses and asked where they found comfort. I share their answers, secrets, and the top ten things NEVER to say to someone who's grieving. You'll never have to feel awkward again when reaching out to someone after a death.